Academy.fm How Compressors are Used Differently | Mixing vs. Mastering [TUTORiAL]

Join seasoned engineer, Maxim, in this tutorial as he discusses and demonstrates how the mixing stage requires different compression techniques and approaches compared to the mastering stage. While mixing, Maxim explains how compressors are typically used to control a specific, individual sound – almost like a sound design tool. In the mastering stage, Maxim explains how compression is more subtle and is used as glue for the overall track. Using a variety of different sonic examples and compressors in Ableton Live, these concepts will be demonstrated and further explained throughout the video. Whether you're mixing, mastering, or even writing the initial portion of your track, compression is an essential tool that every producer needs to understand.